Basra, IraqBackgroundDanish Demining Group (DDG...

Basra, IraqBackgroundDanish Demining Group (DDG) has been present in South Iraq since 2003. The programme capacity currently consists of 5 BAC teams, 4 EOD teams, 3 MRE teams and 3 Survey teams and 2 QA teams. Infrastructure includes compounds in Basra and Thi Qar with the capacity to operate the field and administration from both camps. The 160 national staff includes personnel at management level who are managed and supervised administratively and technically by six international staff.The experienced work force is capable of achieving outputs set and is relatively stable with the majority of national staff having been with the organisation for up to six years. Parallel to this DDG were tasked by the UNDP to establish a National functioning Mine Action NGO. This was achieved on 1. October 2007 when Rafidain Demining Organisation (RDO) became a registered MA NGO operating in Southern Iraq. DDG and RDO are at present cooperating and coordinating their operation from DDG's compound in Basra. Duties and responsibilitiesThe Logistics Manager will be in charge of DDG national logistic support unit and will supervise and advise the national staff on all logistic matters. Moreover, the Logistic Manager is responsible for coordinating with RDO logistic capacity.  Overall responsibilitiesThe Logistic Manager will develop and strengthen the logistic systems in place to support the Program. It involves implementation, training and co-ordination of all logistical functions of the project office base consistent with Danish Demining Group/ UNDP protocols and procedures, to ensure site objectives are achieved.Specific responsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Logistic Manager will be responsible for the following duties: (These duties are generic and thus not all inclusive nor are all duties carried out by all Logistic Managers.)Logistic• Define logistics strategy within the DDG policies and procedures, ensure effective integration of logistics operations• Advise on and build up national logistics management and structures and staffing levels to ensure that they are at all times adequate to meet the requirements of the logistics needs• Manage logistics operations including all logistics assets in order to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of DDG supplies• Identify, mobilise resources, implement and report on special logistics operations• Ensure effective Land Transport Storage and Handling (LTSH) management including regular LTSH reviews• Ensure effective commodity management and quality control• Ensure adequate logistics preparedness through contingency planning and continuous logistics preparedness reviews• Coordinate logistics operations with other organisations in the area• Ensure the fuel and logistical stock management and control consistence with DDG protocols and procedures• Ensure and maintain a log book filling system to include all equipment manuals, maintenance schedules and logs documentation e.g. drivers log book and requisition/internal purchase order and other administrative matters related to logistics• Manage for overseeing the missions logistical activities including management and maintenance of vehicle fleet, office/compound/operational equipment in co-ordination with national staff and with expatriate TA (Technical Advisor) in each operational area• Perform other related duties as assignedAdministration and Finance• Execute the logistical monthly report• Ensure that accurate and accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are maintained• Participation in project planning and the preparation of donor proposals and reports in collaboration with the Project team• Prepare timely forecasting information for the project office• Responsible for site communications. This includes: emails; coordinating all communications through project to capital siteHuman Resource Management• Manage the project logistics national staff team including recruitment, team building, and conducting appraisals• Assess the continuing training needs of the project logistics national staff and ensure training needs are appropriately met and within budget• Support and supervise logistics staff in other offices as requiredQualifications• Bachelor’s degree supply management (logistic), development or related field• Minimum 3 years working experience with INGOs in conflict or post-conflict situations. Preferably experience from other Mine Action organisations • Previous logistical experience, preferably in NGO/UN or military system • Excellent command of the most common methodologies to identify, assess and monitor activities, with proven record of achievements• Problem solving ability with equipment ranging from PC's to vehicles and radios• Strong administration and organizational ability• Excellent management and personnel skills – a calm and diplomatic disposition will be preferred• Strong communication and analytical skills• Ability and flexibility to understand the cultural and political environment and to work well with the local authorities • Ability to work independently and still be a good team player • Ability to live and work in remote and isolated area • Fluency in spoken and written English• Good computer skills including excel and word ReferenceThe Logistic Manager refers to the DDG Programme Manager for Iraq.Our ConditionsCommencement: As soon as possible    Duty Station: Basra, South Iraq, Non-family duty station.Contract: App. 12 months with possibility of extension. Salary and other conditions in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates (can be found on www.drc.dk under Vacancies). The position is placed at level B4. Further information You are welcome to contact Programme Coordinator Lene Rasmussen on telephone +******or  for further information on the programme and the position. Please note that applications are not to be sent to Mrs. Rasmussen. We only accept applications sent via our on-line system at www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies/. Applications sent directly to Ms. Rasmussen will not be accepted. For general information about the Danish Demining Group, please consult www.danishdemininggroup.dk    Application and CV Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications sent together with a CV, in English and marked ”DDG Log. M. -Iraq ”, will be considered. We only accept applications sent via our online-application system on www.drc.dk under www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/current-vacancies/. Please remember to include a letter of application and your CV. Applications are to be sent to no later than 12. October 2009. Problems with on-line application? Please contact Anne Oxholm by the form below if you experience problems with your on-line application. About Danish Demining GroupDDG was established in 1997 as an independent organisation. It has since merged with the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) in order to create a Humanitarian Mine Action unit within the organisation, hence benefiting from synergies in cooperation but not being limited at the same. The vision of Danish Demining Group is to be the preferred strategic and operational partner working to reduce the humanitarian and socio-economic threats caused by landmines and Explosive Remnants of War (ERW). DDG bases its approach upon the principles of the Ottawa Convention’s five pillars of Mine Action, but does not limit fields activities to the removal of anti personnel mines only, and routinely engages in the disposal of the full range of ERW. DDG currently operates in Afghanistan, Somaliland, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Iraq, Chechnya, Uganda and Sudan. DRC/DDG is a non-profit, private, humanitarian organisation, which aim is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons against persecution and to promote durable solutions based on humanitarian principles and human rights, both in Denmark and internationally. Support and capacity building of local and national authorities and NGOs form an integrated part of the work as does relief work and other humanitarian aid, rehabilitation, support to return and repatriation, and the removal of landmines.